Tag Archives: Travel Photography

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Journey Deferred

  United Airlines’ flight out of Baton Rouge was canceled yesterday and thus my trip to Oaxaca was shortened a bit. But, I did take the time to repack and lighten my load somewhat. It was also a good time … Continue reading

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Zydeco Breakfast at Cafe Des Ami

  There is a small number of quintessentially Louisiana things-to-do that I have yet to tick off of my list. That probably sounds pretty grandiose but it is sort of my job to ferret out and explore the treasures of … Continue reading

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The Best 600 Miles on Bad Shocks You Could Hope For

  My friend Luca and I made a huge loop through the deep south last week. It was a great trip and I got a lot of material for articles and book chapters. However, these photos document the more absurd … Continue reading

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And Today’s Winner Is… Me!

  Photoburst is a website dedicated to showcasing travel photographs. They pick a daily travel photo, weekly winners and have a monthly prize as well. I am flattered to report that one of my shots from my recent trip to Nicaragua … Continue reading

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Masaya Volcano | Granada, Nicaragua

  You can drive pretty close to the rim of one of Nicaragua’s active volcanos, Masaya. There is a short hike to the south that brings you to a now inactive and forested caldera. There is also a stairway that … Continue reading

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Municipal Market | Granada, Nicaragua

  It comes as no surprise that I love markets. I particularly love Central American markets an among those markets I dearly love the ones where the locals shop. I’m not too interested in stalls filled with handy crafts designed … Continue reading

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Saint John of God Hospital | Granada, Nicaragua

  I can’t find too much information online (in English anyway) about this hospital. I was told that it is one of the oldest hospitals in Central America. The Colonial Classical-Baroque style fits the period of the early Spanish building … Continue reading

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Lake Nicaragua

  Our first full day in Granada started early. The heat there gets pretty intense as the day goes on. So, if you want to get anything done and avoid heat stroke, the you better do it in the morning … Continue reading

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Granada, Nicaragua | Day One

  We arrived on the noon plane from Miami and were greeted by a miasma of tropical heat and humidity. And I know my miasmas. But, I was dressed for the 30F of Baton Rouge at 3AM so it was … Continue reading